Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

love-affair

noun
/ˈlʌv əˌfɛr/
Definition
A romantic relationship, often one that is secret or has an element of passion.
Examples
  • She had a brief love-affair during her summer in Paris.
  • The novel explores the complexities of a forbidden love-affair.
  • He spoke about his love-affair with art, which transformed his life.
Meaning
A love-affair typically refers to a romantic involvement that may be intense or fleeting, sometimes outside of a formal relationship.
Synonyms
  • romance
  • fling
  • affair
  • love story